2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Terraza | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
